The Opposite(Antonym) of “guilt”
The antonyms of guilt are innocence and absolution. The antonyms innocence and absolution convey a lack of guilt or responsibility for wrongdoing.
Explore all Antonyms of “guilt”
Definitions and Examples of innocence, absolution
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The state of being free from guilt or blame; the absence of wrongdoing.
Example
The defendant claimed his innocence and provided evidence to support his claim.
The act of forgiving someone for their sins or wrongdoings; the granting of pardon or release from guilt.
Example
After confessing his sins, he received absolution from the priest and felt relieved.
Key Differences: innocence vs absolution
- 1Innocence refers to the state of being free from guilt or blame, while absolution refers to the act of forgiveness or pardon for wrongdoing.
- 2Innocence is a relational antonym, while absolution is a complementary antonym.
Effective Usage of innocence, absolution
- 1Legal Context: Use innocence in legal contexts to describe a person who is not guilty of a crime.
- 2Religious Context: Use absolution in religious contexts to describe the act of forgiveness or pardon for sins.
- 3Personal Growth: Use these antonyms to reflect on one's actions and take responsibility for one's mistakes.
Remember this!
The antonyms of guilt are innocence and absolution. Innocence refers to the state of being free from guilt or blame, while absolution refers to the act of forgiveness or pardon for wrongdoing. These antonyms can be used in legal and religious contexts or for personal growth and reflection.
